“We’re all fucking complicit, and it has to stop,” said Best, who said the accusations against Weinstein were an “open secret” in Hollywood. The report published Thursday said that Weinstein, one of the most powerful figures in the industry, faces allegations of unwanted physical contact and sexual harassment spanning several decades. To some industry figures and observers, the Weinstein allegations, if true, reflect one of Hollywood’s great shames, particularly considering that his reputation remained untouched for so long despite decades of allegations. Well-connected entertainment journalists have also written this week about the “open secret” that there were accusations swirling around Weinstein. The New York magazine writer Rebecca Traister said she had been having conversations about allegations of his sexual harassment history for more than 17 years.

Source: The Guardian October 07, 2017 10:52 UTC